The Patriot features a wide gap and oversized bearing. The weight distribution is also different with more weight on the rims. The Patriot a starburst return system and is similar in shape to the FreeHand. Take apart design with adjustable gap. A successful lower end model with the move to a larger diameter bearing. This one came mainly in "patriotic" Red, White, and Blue.
The Milky White has a very unusual gloss finish, also pearlescent. A 2004 release of the Patriot.